Nine now-demolished Sunderland pubs and clubs we loved and lost

From the Bay to the Ford – Sunderland’s social scene is ever changing and here is a reminder of some of the venues we have loved and lost.

We compiled a selection of pubs and hotels which faced the bulldozers and it was quite a list of places which could bring back memories.

Did you like a visit to the Locarno or enjoyed a night out with friends at the Ford Hotel? We have these and more besides.

It got us thinking of the other venues we have loved. See how many you remember.

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The now demolished Bay Hotel. Does this bring back memories? Photo: Peter Berry Sunderland Echo

Another view of the Excel and Locarno in its final days. Photo: Picture by Angela Burn

The Ford Hotel demolition in May 1982 in Hylton Road. Photo: SE

Work started on the demolition of the Grand Hotel, Bridge Street, in August 1974. Photo: Sunderland Echo